DEFENDER Chris Riggott has left Cardiff City by mutual consent after a string of injuries.

A statement on the club's official website today confirmed: "Cardiff City Football Club can confirm that the paperwork has been finalised to terminate the contract of defender Chris Riggott by mutual consent.

"Chris has left the club following the best endeavour of the player and coaching staff to see his return to action following injury this season.

Following discussions it has been agreed to release Chris as a free agent, from which he can explore new possibilities within the game. The club would like to put on record our thanks to the player for his time at Cardiff City."

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